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Solo Standards: Clarinet, Collections, Book

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Solo Standards: Clarinet, Collections, Book

Solo Standards: Clarinet, Collections, Book

By Andrew Balent

Grade: 2.5

Item: 36-50344002
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Description
A full range of contest solo books, featuring Play-Along audio, written for each of the twelve principal wind instruments and mallet percussion. Hear demonstrations by professional soloists on one track and then play along with the piano accompaniment on the next track. A separate piano accompaniment book will work with any solo book of the same title. The Piano Accompaniment book includes some solos in two keys and will work for any instrument in each compilation.

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Series: LudwigMasters Woodwind Series
Publisher: Keiser Productions, Inc.
ISBN10: 8-89-270892-9
ISBN13: 979-8-89-270892-0
UPC: 659859210735
SKU: 36-50344002
Instrumentation: Bb Clarinet

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Why we love this

The dual-track format gives students immediate professional reference points without requiring a live accompanist or separate rehearsal time. Andrew Balent has crafted a collection that sits comfortably in the intermediate range, neither oversimplifying the musical content nor demanding technical extremes that pull focus from musical expression.

What to expect

A straightforward, approachable collection that respects the clarinet's lyrical capabilities while keeping technical demands reasonable. The writing emphasizes musicality and control rather than velocity, making each solo rewarding to perform.

Who it's for

Intermediate clarinet students preparing for solo contests or recitals, and clarinetists in their second or third year of study who are ready to work with piano accompaniment. This collection serves teachers seeking contest-ready material with built-in reference recordings and flexible accompaniment options.

How to get the most out of it

  • Listen to the professional demonstration first, then isolate the piano accompaniment track to build independence from the recorded soloist.
  • Use the play-along tracks in practice sessions to develop rhythmic security and learn how to shape phrases within the accompaniment's harmonic framework.
  • Experiment with tempo adjustments on the accompaniment track if your equipment allows it; this helps build flexibility without sacrificing clarity in ensemble coordination.

How to use it

Build these solos into your contest preparation calendar, spacing them throughout the season so students can develop one piece at a time without overlap. The accompanying piano book creates flexibility for winter or spring recitals where a single accompanist needs to support multiple soloists in sequence.

Skills your students will build

  • Balancing phrasing with accompanying harmonic movement
  • Maintaining steady tempo and intonation against a recorded accompaniment
  • Reading and interpreting articulation and dynamic markings in solo literature
  • Developing interpretive choices within an established musical framework

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